Hello Vertical Church! It's a big week for Vertical, so read below what's happening! 1.  Last week of "Praying For Dummies"- Do NOT miss the last week of this series and finish strong in learning to pray!  Service times: 9:30AM and 11:00AM 2.  Baptism Party and FREE Family Pool Party: This Sunday from 3PM-5PM at Kennedy Pool, is our annual family pool party and baptisms!!  We have close to 30 people signed up to be baptized!!  Those getting baptized please be there at 2:45 for ...
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Here is this weeks edition of "After The Message" for "Praying For Dummies: Part 2" Definition of Prayer: PRAYER IS TALKING TO GOD AND LISTENING TO WHAT GOD IS SAYING TO YOU PRIVATE PRAYER IS THE KEY TO ALL SPIRITUAL GROWTH Scripture for the Day: “And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words.  Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask.”  Matthew 6:7-8 When You ...
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Today, I want to challenge you with what I believe is ONE reason why organizations, churches, networks, and denominations do not reach their full redemptive potential and fulfill the mission that God calls them to. That reason: LOSS OF LOVE This week, I read this verse and it convicted me to the core: "I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have ...
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Hello Vertical Church, Here are some "Things you need to know" this week: 1.  PRAYING FOR DUMMIES, PART 2: SPIRITUAL MUMBO JUMBO is this Sunday!  Do NOT miss this week as we continue our prayer series 2.  FAMILY POOL AND BAPTISM PARTY, MAY 20TH 3PM -5PM AT KENNEDY POOL: Make plans now to attend and bring your entire family and all your friends to this FREE event at Kennedy Pool! We already have 23 people signed up to be baptized on that day! Praise GOD!! 3. ...
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Yesterday's message was the kickoff of our new series called, "Praying For Dummies".  Below are some notes from the message: WHAT IS PRAYER: PRAYER IS TALKING TO GOD AND LISTENING TO WHAT GOD IS SAYING TO YOU. REASONS WHY WE DO NOT PRAY: 1.  PRIDE 2.  UNBELIEF 3. IGNORANCE (WE FEEL WE DO NOT KNOW HOW OR UNDERSTAND IT) 4. TIME SCRIPTURE FOR THE DAY: “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to ...
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What Is Vision? There are many definitions of the word vision.  In my opinion, vision is action.  But not just aimless or pointless action.  In fact, for me vision at its core means: Vision: To Imagine God is a visionary leader.  He creates.  He transforms. He inspires.  He also takes action.  To bring great glory to Him self and to bring redemption to mankind, He sent Jesus to die for our sins.  That is visionary leadership. In Ephesians 3:20, the Bible says, "Now to him ...
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Hello Vertical, I wanted to make you aware of a "Leadership Course" that will be starting on May 20th, after the second service and continue for 10 weeks. What Is It?  Vertical Leadership Course It is a course that will take you through doctrine, how to have a quiet time and journaling, book review, and verse memorization. We require this course for all those who want to lead a Life Group at Vertical. We have a goal of launching 15 Life Groups this fall.  Maybe God is ...
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Hello Vertical Church, Here is this weeks edition of "Things To Know.." 1.  NEW SERIES ON SUNDAY: PRAYING FOR DUMMIES- A SERIES ON HOW TO PRAY, WHAT DOES IT MEAN, DOES GOD REALLY ANSWER STARTS THIS SUNDAY!!! 2.  KIDS BAPTISM CLASS: This Sunday during the second service there will be a kids baptism class for any child who has made a decision to follow Christ.  Please be there on time and let the check in station know that your child will be attending! 3.  iPhone and ...
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This Sunday starts a NEW SERIES called "Praying For Dummies" May 6th: Week One:  One On One: What does "real" prayer look like?  Why does it seem so complicated?  Where do I start?  Come this Sunday and find out how God wants to speak to you and you to Him! May 13th: Spiritual Mumbo Jumbo: Do I really have to learn a new vocabulary to pray?  What does God want me to say?  Will He answer?  Do NOT miss this week for a ...
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Hello Vertical Church, Here are some "Things To Know": 1.  "All Jacked Up" ends this Sunday! Finish strong and come and see what your next step might be. 2.  NEW SERIES starts May 6th, next Sunday, called, "PRAYING FOR DUMMIES".  We will explore for three weeks how to pray, what it means, does God really answer, etc... Don't miss this GREAT series! 3.  Kids Baptism Class- May 6th- If your child has made a decision to follow Christ and wants to take the next step of ...
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